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Sierra Dunn

Andover,NJ

Summary

Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in elementary classrooms. Knowledgeable about Curriculum, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher, Second Grade

Saint Vincent Martyr School
Madison, NJ
09.2023 - Current
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Continuously improved teaching practices through professional development opportunities, staying current with educational trends and research.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Saint Vincent Martyr School
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.

Babysitter

Dr. Jospeh Nyre, Seton Hall University
09.2020 - Current
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
  • Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.

Kitchen Staff

Farmstead Country Club
09.2015 - 07.2018


  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients, gelatin molds and fruit crisps.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen, maintaining sanitary conditions per local health department guidelines.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Newton High School
Newton, NJ
05.2001 -

Skills

Individualized Learning Plans

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Timeline

Student Teacher, Second Grade

Saint Vincent Martyr School
09.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade

Saint Vincent Martyr School
11.2022 - 06.2023

Babysitter

Dr. Jospeh Nyre, Seton Hall University
09.2020 - Current

Kitchen Staff

Farmstead Country Club
09.2015 - 07.2018

Master of Arts - Early Childhood Special Education

Seton Hall University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

Seton Hall University
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Newton High School
05.2001 -
Sierra Dunn